Gering Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
city in and the county seat of Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska, United States
About Gering
Developed in 1887 on the North Platte River with the extension of theOregon Trail, Gering retains most of it's "old feel" despite much modern building and renovations. As of 2020, Gering was home to about 8500 people. In 1887, Gering was laid out southeast of the Scottsbluff National Monument when the Oregon Trail crossed the North Platte River, and then the Western Pacific Railroad crossed the area, providing really easy access to the area. In 1922, the Oregon Trail Days began their annual celebration in Gering, a well known WestNebraskatradition.
Top Attractions in Gering
Explore the best things to see and do in Gering:
- ★Gering Civic Center
- ★Gering Municipal Swimming Pool
- ★Monument Shadows Golf Course
- ★Scottsbluff County Courthouse
- ★Scottsbluff National Monument
- ★Wildcat Hills State Recreation Area and Nature Center
Where to Eat in Gering
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Gering Bakery
- 🍴Log Cabin
- 🍴Runza Gering
- 🍴Steel Grill
Where to Stay in Gering
- 🏨Arcadia Hotel
- 🏨Circle S Lodge
- 🏨Monument Inn and Suites
Gering Travel Guide Sections
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